Abstracts
Abstract
There is a disturbing phenomenon of physicians viciously attacking other physicians when they disagree with them on contentious health-related issues. Such attacks have significant potential negative impacts on patient care, physician well-being, and public policy. Reflection on and responses to this phenomenon are needed.
Keywords:
- professional ethics,
- abuse of power,
- professionalism,
- professional and ethical issues
Résumé
Il existe un phénomène inquiétant de médecins qui attaquent violemment d’autres médecins lorsqu’ils ne sont pas d’accord avec eux sur des questions litigieuses liées à la santé. Ces attaques peuvent avoir des conséquences négatives importantes sur les soins aux patients, le bien-être des médecins et les politiques publiques. Une réflexion et des réponses à ce phénomène sont nécessaires.
Mots-clés :
- éthique professionnelle,
- abus de pouvoir,
- professionnalisme,
- enjeux professionnelles et éthiques
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